Artwork
The Baptism of Christ in the Jordan
The Baptism of Christ in the Jordan is a print by the Renaissance artist Martin Schongauer. It dates from 1485 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1952.78
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
The Baptism of Christ in the Jordan is an engraving by Martin Schongauer, a print that depicts a pivotal scene from Christian scripture.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows Christ being baptized by John in the Jordan River, with a dove representing the Holy Spirit descending from above, signifying divine approval. John's gesture on a book of scripture underscores the fulfillment of prophecy.
Technique & Style
Schongauer's engraving technique skillfully captures various textures, such as the fur of John's robe and the figures' hair, using a range of line qualities and stippling to create a detailed and nuanced representation.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Martin Schongauer (c. 1450–1453, Colmar – 2 February 1491, Breisach), also known as Martin Schön ("Martin beautiful") or Hübsch Martin ("pretty Martin") by his contemporaries, was an Alsatian engraver and painter. He…
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